Special Education Teacher

Montrose Behavioral Health Hospital for Kids; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Montrose Behavioral Hospital -Childrens and Teens is seeking a compassionate Special Education Teacher to join our multidisciplinary team. You will provide educational services to children and adolescents receiving behavioral health treatment, helping students progress academically while supporting their emotional growth in a therapeutic environment.

This role emphasizes individualized instruction, collaboration with treatment teams, and fostering a supportive classroom that promotes safety and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education or related field eligible for teacher certification in the state.
• One or more years' experience in Special Education or Alternative Education.
• Knowledge of developmental stages and behaviors for the target age group.

Responsibilities

• Identify educational needs and develop formal educational plans.
• Create lesson plans and teach subject(s), including study and communication skills.
• Observe students to evaluate abilities and areas for growth.
• Teach and mentor students individually or in groups.
• Communicate progress with family, counselors, and teachers.
• Work with students to meet standardized testing requirements as needed.
• Document plans, goals and progress according to facility and state guidelines.
• Supervise classroom and maintain a positive learning environment.
• Adhere to treatment plans and participate in team meetings.
• Demonstrate empathy, professionalism, and prioritize patient safety.

Skills

Special Education

Lesson planning

Student assessment

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

Job description

Montrose Behavioral Hospital -Childrens and Teens is looking for a Special EducationTeacher to join their AMAZING team!

Montrose Children's Behavioral Health Hospital is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Special Education Teacher to join our multidisciplinary team. In this role, you will provide educational services to children and adolescents receiving behavioral health treatment, helping students continue their academic progress while supporting their emotional and behavioral growth in a safe, therapeutic environment.

This is an opportunity to positively impact the lives of students facing unique challenges by delivering individualized instruction, collaborating with treatment teams, and fostering a supportive learning environment that promotes both academic and personal success.

Pay based on experience $60,000 - $70,000 / year with a $5,000 sign on bonus.

Essential Functions

• Identify the educational needs of students then develop formal educational plan or program to meet those needs.
• Create lesson plans to teach a subject(s) and teach students how to study or communicate with others.
• Observe student to evaluate their educational abilities, strengths and weaknesses, working with them to improve their abilities and work on their weaknesses.
• Teach and mentor students as a class, in small groups or one-on-one.
• Communicate with family members, counselors, administrators and other teachers on progress.
• Work with students individually to help overcome specific learning challenges, prepare students for standardized tests, as required by state.
• Document educational plans, goals and progress, as required by the facility and the state where the facility is located.
• Supervise classroom and maintain a positive environment for learning.
• Develop and enforce classroom rules and administrative policies.
• Supervise students outside of the classroom setting, such as at lunch time or during detention.
• Adhere to treatment plans and participate in treatment team meetings as requested.
• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.

Other Functions

• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

Education/Experience/Skill Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Education or related field which is eligible for teacher certification or license within the state where the facility is located is required.
• One or more years' experience working with population of the facility preferred. (Specifically Special Education or Alternative Education)
• Must be knowledgeable of the developmental stages and behaviors for age group of students.

Licenses/Designations/Certifications

• Current certification or license to teach within the state where the facility is located.
• CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
• First aid may be required based on state or facility.

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